One of the best fast food options in the Philippines. Kenny Rogers Roasters...

Kenny Rogers Roasters is a chain of fast-food restaurants known for their rotisserie chicken and other comfort food offerings. The restaurant chain was founded by country music star Kenny Rogers and former KFC CEO John Y. Brown Jr. in 1991. Kenny Rogers Roasters was promoted as a healthier and less greasy alternative to traditional fried chicken, as their chicken was roasted using a special wood-fired rotisserie oven.
The menu at Kenny Rogers Roasters typically includes a variety of chicken dishes, such as the famous rotisserie chicken, as well as side dishes like mashed potatoes, cornbread, coleslaw, and more. The restaurant also offered a selection of soups, salads, and sandwiches. Kenny Rogers Roasters gained popularity in the 1990s, and at its peak, it had hundreds of locations in the United States and internationally.
However, the chain faced financial difficulties and began to decline in the late 1990s. In 1998, Kenny Rogers Roasters filed for bankruptcy, and many of its locations were closed. Some international locations of the restaurant continued to operate successfully, and the brand remains active in some parts of Asia, including Malaysia and the Philippines, where it is still a well-known fast-food brand.
While the presence of Kenny Rogers Roasters has significantly diminished in the United States, it continues to have a nostalgic place in the hearts of those who remember the chain during its heyday.

[@matthouchins13]

Kenny Rodgers Roasters had many US locations in the 1990's, it was even featured in an episode of Seinfeld. It filed for bankruptcy in 1998 and the US stores closed. In April 2008, Berjaya Corp Bhd (BCorp) wholly owned subsidiary of ROASTERS Asia Pacific and master franchise for Kenny Rogers ROASTERS fully acquired the chain's parent, US-based NF Roasters. I remember going there in the 1990s in South Florida, it always had good chicken.

[@CarefreeChris]

I hadn’t been to when until i moved here. Pretty good

[@huntsmankhan9084]

Interesting fact !

[@klrbeech7054]

@@CarefreeChris You missed some good food. Their potato salad was maybe the best I've had. If it hasn't been mentioned yet, there was a Seinfeld episode about Kenny Rogers Roasters.

[@Lazy-A-L33]

Gorgeous Christmas Lights

[@CarefreeChris]

They are!

[@jasenfish4717]

Great video guys

[@CarefreeChris]

Thanks so much!

[@juanshavello4426]

Hey Chris, still watching from Jamaica. Nice vid., aa usual. Nice lady too, wonderful voice.

[@CarefreeChris]

Thanks for watching from Jamica

[@klrbeech7054]

It will be the first restaurant I visit when I land in Cebu this August. I miss that restaurant in the U.S. I know that supermarkets selling rotisserie chickens helped kill them, but there was no comparison. No supermarket chicken comes close to the taste and quality of what I used to get at Kenny Rogers Roasters.

[@CarefreeChris]

It's pretty good and reasonably priced

[@JohnP-in-NC]

Beautiful

[@CarefreeChris]

Thank you

[@DG-qu3dr]

Good morning Chris and Jho, These latest videos are perfect. I'm moving from IT Park to the Business Park area this weekend. I'm planning on two more weeks in Cebu before I start exploring the other islands. Thank you both for all the great info. Denis

[@CarefreeChris]

No problem Denis and grats on the move. Really incredible

[@chrisj302]

This is the 4th KZbin video I’ve seen on someone liking Kenny Rodgers Roasters. I’ve honestly never been in the US or PH. Maybe I’ll finally check it out.

[@CarefreeChris]

It’s not to bad really

[@billlloyd9755]

Wow thats cool

[@CarefreeChris]

It’s pretty good

[@jdtravels5140]

Have not seen Kenny’s in over 20 years. I used to love their food.

[@CarefreeChris]

We eat there often. Great food for the price

[@jakedmc]

I was really surprised to see Kenny Rogers Roasters alive and well in my first trip to the Philippines as they had gone out of business a while ago here in the states. The other one was Shakey’s Pizza. They used to be super popular here. I’m glad they found success there in the Philippines.

[@CarefreeChris]

I’m a fan. Great chicken and side dishes:)

[@ZxLayER]

The best . Quality food and affordable

[@CarefreeChris]

I’m a fan of

[@Rantvph]

i love Kenny rogers. Its a healthy fast food for me

[@CarefreeChris]

It's pretty tasty too. I'm a fan

[@deltachris]

Kenny Rogers is tasty and handy from time to time. There is an outlet at S M City as well. I haven't been to the Ayala Mall outlet yet. Kenny Rogers is also in Kuala Lumpur ( KL ) in Malaysia .... that's where I first came across it. The Christmas lights look outstanding at The Terraces at Ayala Mall. Cheers.

[@CarefreeChris]

I’m a fan. Decent food for a decent price

[@arcuskhozar]

Hey Chris love your shirt: Def Leppard rocks 🤘Oh yeah and your content too 😉

[@CarefreeChris]

lol nice:)

[@pnoon43]

They used to be in Pompano Bch Fla but did not last long unfortunatly. Coral Springs was west of Pompano about 12 miles. Very interesting !

[@CarefreeChris]

i don’t think I’ve ever seen one in the US

[@davea3329]

Great content . You have a broadcasting voice Chris . Also you are a lucky man to have such a pretty and smart woman. Great shirt !

[@CarefreeChris]

Thanks 👍

[@MarikitSB]

Ooh wow @ Kenny Rogers one of my most fave singer. ( esp. his duet w/ Dolly Parton) Needless to say I used 2 work @ KR Roasters in Makati right across Dusit Thani Hotel & behind Heritage hotel Pasay during my college days. I don't eat chicken & only devoured those corn muffins araw2 gabi2😅. #amping pirmi @ Chris & Jho gwapa

[@CarefreeChris]

They’re so lami:)

[@bert-bb3cm]

I miss the Philippines 🇵🇭 Kenny Rodgers Restaurant was the best meals I had besides Shakeys pizza. Both restaurants are better in the Philippines. They don’t exist anymore here in the States My dad use to take us family to these restaurants during the 70’s. I miss their food. Thanks for sharing. Be safe take care looking forward for more malls videos

[@CarefreeChris]

It's not to bad really

[@tca666]

Shakeys was another big surprise. Its everywhere in PH 😮

[@GritToGreat__1]

i like their side dishes --corn muffins, chessy macaroni, young potatoes. 😋

[@CarefreeChris]

Me too!

[@ayalafernandez3345]

I like the place outside full if christmas light it's looks like in Ayala triangle in Makati

[@CarefreeChris]

It’s really beautiful

[@fitcwebb]

You're a lucky man Chris. She reminds me of how a lot of women used to carry themselves back in the 80's and early 90's. Classy

[@CarefreeChris]

Jo is pretty incredible for sure

[@CaseyJones-yj5kn]

Good morning Chris and Jho! We’ve eaten there a couple times at the one in CDO airport. They all closed in the States so I was shocked to see it there. I really enjoy Boston Market by LAX which is in the same vein. Last time we stayed at Quest hotel right next to there. We may do the same or a bigger AirBnb for probably the same price. With all the condos now it looks pretty saturated with AirBnbs. Great vid!!!

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes. Boston Market is good too :)

[@CaseyJones-yj5kn]

@@CarefreeChrisI shot you a question about our upcoming trip on your FB message. Probably went straight to the junk folder 😂

[@Fultonfalcons86]

WOW they went out of business here in Tennessee but man that chicken they serve is awesome

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah, it’s pretty good

[@gtrfreak]

Really like how they set up the Rainbow lights at Ayala felt magical walking around. Stop into Burg Haus for a mushroom burger sometime! Your boy gets them for free sometimes cuz his GF works there 😊 oh and they have Hoegaarden on tap its tasty

[@CarefreeChris]

I’ll have to check that out. Thanks for this suggestion. :-)

[@randydmitch]

Very good food. I ate there more than any other when I was there. Apparently the water must be filtered, since you are drinking a big glass of it.

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah, a lot of places have what’s called service water which is filtered water

[@garyxyz4400]

Very delicious looking food. How are the prices? I am interested in spending some substantial time in Cebu.

[@CarefreeChris]

It’s not too bad really. My food budget is a couple thousand a day for two.

[@michaely1164]

Chris, I assume this is Ayala mall? First time seeing it even though have heard others talk about it many times. Enjoyed the video especially the Christmas decorations and lights outside.

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes, it is! The Ayala terraces.

[@mrkcur]

I remember this chain in Florida in the 1990s. It was about $5 or $6 back then, same as the price in Cebu now 🙂

[@CarefreeChris]

Lol right

[@mjbansalao8362]

You look even more beautiful Jho!

[@CarefreeChris]

She’s pretty spectacular for sure

[@charlesweatherly3586]

Kenny Rogers Roasters is good; if its still open go to the original location of Savory Chicken for another treat that should not be overlooked in China Town near the bridge in Binondo. It's truly Savory, hopefully it's still in business it's been many years since I ate there back in 2016. The Savory branches in the Mall is not bad but not quite the same special deliciousness.

[@CarefreeChris]

I’ll have to check them out. TY

[@garystevens5186]

Fun to watch 😊. Jho commented that it was cold. What temperature was it? The Christmas lights were amazing 😮

[@CarefreeChris]

Jo carries a jacket with her quite often as she gets cold easily. I think it gets in the low 80s right now.

[@golfgunsandcocktailschannel]

I miss Christmas in the Philippines. 😢

[@CarefreeChris]

They have an incredible Christmas spirit

[@pfcjev]

When I first came to the US in 1993, there were Kenny Rogers all around the Philadelphia area. They're all gone.

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah. I’m hearing they’re no longer in the US.

[@thomasrudy6132]

how cool is the weather there today? is there a kenny rogers in dumaguette? don't you remember the seinfeld episode where an old friend of jerry's worked at kenny rogers?

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah, a lot of people have commented about the Seinfeld episode. I didn’t see it. I’m still in Cebu city and it’s a little bit cool with a low pressure system that’s around.

[@ShikokuFoodForest]

I’m guessing you’ll be moving to Dumaguete soon. The mall there looks super modern. Kenny Roger’s food looks good! Cool weather? Are you kidding?! I didn’t think that was possible in the tropics. What’s the daytime temperature? Amping.

[@CarefreeChris]

Jo gets cold often. I’m more on the comfortable side most of the time.

[@ShikokuFoodForest]

@@CarefreeChris I’m from Canada 🇨🇦 where there is real cold in winter. No offense at all, but I suspect most Filipinos who have never been out of their country don’t even know what cold 🥶 is.

[@chesterchualpc]

Another one is Shakeys. They were originally an American brand but found their success here in the Philippines❤

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah absolutely

[@koufax174]

Been there a number of times. My dates like Joilibees and Chung King across the way. What camera are you using. Thanks for thinking of us and presenting these supportive videos 🙏🏼

[@CarefreeChris]

I just picked up the new DJI Osmo Pocket 3. Really spectacular in low light

[@koufax174]

@@CarefreeChrisThe images look very clear. Thank you. Hope to meet you early next year when i expatriate from SF. So ready 🙏🏼

[@erwinzado1515]

Sounds good i will find "Gluteen free " things !!! Happy day's ! See you soon ! Take care ! Regards, Erwin Zado

[@CarefreeChris]

Sounds great!

[@hellocyrax]

new camera is great

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah man. I’m really liking the new camera. Still getting used to it but it’s gonna be a great addition.

[@ceciliakowalewski7775]

Hi Chris, where is this place & what is the name of this mall?

[@CarefreeChris]

This is the Ayala Mall in the Business Park. Ayala Terraces

[@gamerwits4329]

Mornin joejo

[@CarefreeChris]

Morning:)

[@jacktripper9096]

I always give him my corn muffin 😂😂

[@CarefreeChris]

😜

[@Filo-Joe]

Where are you at? What mall is that?.

[@CarefreeChris]

That's in the Ayala Mall in the Business Park

[@jerrymarshall2728]

Some of the VLOGS I plan to do, when I’m in Luzon, in January; showing some of the eating establishments. Looks like some tasty food, for a reasonable price! 👍

[@CarefreeChris]

Go for it!

[@jimadams2113]

What mall are you at?

[@CarefreeChris]

Ayala Terraces in the Bussiness Park

[@ericsolkamans-kj2fd]

Maayong Buntag 👋🏼 There should be a topic of how to cash out Your Social Security. Some S.S. offices brag by showing the first woman, U.S. Citizen to cash out her S.S. Not the first claim recipient.

[@CarefreeChris]

I’m still relatively young and unfamiliar with SS for the most part

[@mariaccanoy3847]

Hi Joanne and Chris maayong udto❤

[@CarefreeChris]

Hello. Hope all is great there with you

[@Whanganuibloke]

Sorry to be nosey but what is the reason you are moving from Cebu to Dumaguete ?

[@CarefreeChris]

I want to do some riding around the island Negros

[@peterfitzentite6581]

Used to be on Vegas but no more

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah. I think they’re gone for the US now

[@josephlumba1817]

Are you rockin’ the pocket 3 bro?

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes. Still getting use to the camera but really excited

[@josephlumba1817]

@@CarefreeChris I ordered one too. So I could use it in the islands next year. Best of luck!

[@tryscience]

"It's the WOOD that makes it good!" No lie, that was there motto for Kenny Rogers Roasters years ago in the States, because the rotisserie was wood fired. Maybe it still is?

[@CarefreeChris]

Sounds right

[@JanjanPerez]

I wonder if there’s still a Kenny Rogers in the US. I mean, it’s named after one of your most iconic singers

[@CarefreeChris]

I know right. Folks are saying they’re pretty much closed down in the US now

[@Misterdave998]

MisterChris I’m in Cebu for a few days if you’d like to meet up sir

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes. Would love to catch up

[@mikejones5364]

Try to find a Peri Peri Chicken, It charcoal style chicken and I will say maybe the best chicken I have tasted. I skip all the sauce they offer due to the chicken be juicy and tasty. I have tried Kenny Rogers a couple of times there. Peri Peri I ate at was at NewPort Coast Manila next to Sheraton/Hilton Hotel. Very nice area there.

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah, Joe is telling me that something we should check out too. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@1Islandcowboy]

Ask him where my food is at.😮

[@CarefreeChris]

I’ll ask 🤪

[@byroncudworth6918]

Is this MOA?

[@CarefreeChris]

It’s in the Ayala Mall in the business park

[@mortenchristensen7586]

god one but really where is "hello time is and tempture is " 🤣😉

[@CarefreeChris]

Lol I’ll have to add that

[@brat4300]

It is funny how many now failed US franchise restaurants are alive and well in the Philippines. I hadn't seen a Kenny Rogers or Shakeys in years until I came to the Philippines. There are a couple others I saw in Manila but I can't fully remember now.

[@CarefreeChris]

We’re a big fan of Kenny Rogers roasters. We just ate there again tonight :-)

[@brat4300]

@@CarefreeChris if you are interested in trying a some Filipino cuisine check out Hukad, level 2, The Terrances, Ayala Center. If you go tell Ariane that Steve and Erma sent you. She is one of the night managers.

[@adventureneverstops]

I'm not really keen on fast foods...not that they aren't tasty but these establishments don't exactly use the best / healthiest ingredients (most specifically, the oils / fats they use for cooking). However, those Christmas lights look delicious. 😁

[@CarefreeChris]

I totally agree!

[@flighteye6642]

"it's good because of the wood!" anyone remember that? But, oh, no, there's no Kenny's in Duma!!

[@CarefreeChris]

I know right:)

[@JoknowsCebu]

It's Funny to say, experiencing colder weather and it's 80° outside...LOL

[@CarefreeChris]

I know right

[@Hisfilamk1]

Have you had Max's chicken

[@CarefreeChris]

I have not. I’ll have to check that out

[@Hisfilamk1]

@@CarefreeChris must have the whole chicken

[@mikepedersen0897]

Well hello Beautiful amazing Jho😊 Hey Jho? Ask Chris how old is that T Shirt. It may be older than you😂 Should probably hit a clothing store for him jho.

[@CarefreeChris]

Lol i hear ya. Typical guy where i have underwear older than Jo

[@mikepedersen0897]

@@CarefreeChris 🤣🤣🤣 I sure hope not

[@alwinyike5878]

Wow, learn history of Kenny Rogers chicken.

[@CarefreeChris]

Never been. Not bad though

[@paulmarks8979]

Pretty lady .

[@CarefreeChris]

She is that no question

[@rorybellamy2533]

Seinfeld: Kramer gets addicted to Kenny Rogers

[@CarefreeChris]

Lol

[@goatman3828]

Just how "cool weather" I'd it for a Filipina to need a sweater? Like mid 80°s? And HOW did Jo know to move the table number just as the food arrived? Spooky. She definitely has that "Mom Vision" going on! 😂

[@CarefreeChris]

Jo wears a light cardigan almost daily. It’s cool for her especially indoors. Outside temp is in the lower 80’s:)

[@goatman3828]

@@CarefreeChris It was 30° (F) this morning here. I would kill for low 80's!

[@floren879]

Buntag

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes. Good morning

[@TheHartsook69]

There not in the US anymore they have been gone a long time

[@CarefreeChris]

I’ve never seen one that’s for sure

[@carey8250]

Hopefully the restaurants will age gracefully, and not do a face lift to their facades 😅

[@CarefreeChris]

I'm a fan of this one. Does a decent job of providing decent food

[@mattchapelle5611]

The chicken is way to salty IMHO

[@CarefreeChris]

I hear ya. Not a bad fast food option though all in all

[@user-pw9ct1cd3n]

P665 pesos is overpriced for what you got.

[@CarefreeChris]

For Filipino standards, yeah.

[@zinkszinks4555]

A place I must try once settled in. You two look good together). By chance do you know of a kennel or a veterinarian's office that you trust? I'm bringing my family of 4 shepherds, there's a possible 30 day quarantine upon landing for them at a address/location of my choosing. They will need some medical attention, while I take time to find a rental house. Tricky, tricky..

[@CarefreeChris]

I don’t know any veterinarians here in Cebu as I don’t have any pets, but I’ll check in with my buddy of mine and see if he has any suggestions.

[@HangingHammock]

@@CarefreeChris that would be most welcomed. I need a secured yard, area, etc for them as I locate a house. They were raised in the house and treated/talked to like humans, very smart. I'm shooting for mid December arrival, Cebu seems to be a good spot to rest rump. Hopefully all's well after that 6.7 (

[@DestinationJapan95]

Fast food chain places aren’t real food options. Cringe

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes. Fake food! Heavens to murgatroyd!

[@DestinationJapan95]

@@CarefreeChris typical anerican 🤦‍♂️ have fun living for only another 5 years Filipino food is just as bad as the US. They fry nearly everything in canola or palm oil and fill all their noodle dishes with heavy salt/MSG Another old Kano soon to be laid to rest in PH 🥲